What are the responsibilities and job description for the Innovator Pipeline Administrator position at Lux Research?
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About Lux
At Lux Research, we’re at the forefront of human-centric innovation, exploring cutting-edge developments in consumer research, science, technology, and sustainability that shape the future. Our expert team provides proprietary research and advises the world’s largest brands (think: McDonald’s, Shell, Honda) on emerging consumer and technology trends (think: How do consumers view plastic packaging? What are the innovative electric charging startups worth investing in? What is the next big technology that will help us achieve our net-zero targets?), providing actionable insights for industry leaders. While we work with iconic consumer brands, we also partner with global leaders in Oil and Gas, Utilities, Chemicals, and Industrials, helping them navigate transformation and drive impact at scale. Join us in crafting content that tells the story of breakthrough innovations and empowers companies to make informed, impactful decisions.
Role Description
Lux Research is seeking a highly organized and proactive Innovator Pipeline Administrator to manage our interview pipeline and support the execution of our flagship Ideathon virtual events. This role is critical to the success of Lux’s innovation programs, ensuring smooth coordination among innovators, analysts, and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail and operational excellence to oversee the administrative processes that keep our innovation engine running efficiently.
Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications:
Lux Research is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Lux prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Lux Research conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
About Lux
At Lux Research, we’re at the forefront of human-centric innovation, exploring cutting-edge developments in consumer research, science, technology, and sustainability that shape the future. Our expert team provides proprietary research and advises the world’s largest brands (think: McDonald’s, Shell, Honda) on emerging consumer and technology trends (think: How do consumers view plastic packaging? What are the innovative electric charging startups worth investing in? What is the next big technology that will help us achieve our net-zero targets?), providing actionable insights for industry leaders. While we work with iconic consumer brands, we also partner with global leaders in Oil and Gas, Utilities, Chemicals, and Industrials, helping them navigate transformation and drive impact at scale. Join us in crafting content that tells the story of breakthrough innovations and empowers companies to make informed, impactful decisions.
Role Description
Lux Research is seeking a highly organized and proactive Innovator Pipeline Administrator to manage our interview pipeline and support the execution of our flagship Ideathon virtual events. This role is critical to the success of Lux’s innovation programs, ensuring smooth coordination among innovators, analysts, and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail and operational excellence to oversee the administrative processes that keep our innovation engine running efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Manage and track the startup and innovator pipeline, ensuring 20 analyst interviews per month.
- Collaborate with analysts to define innovation focus areas and build targeted outreach lists.
- Lead outreach to startups, researchers, and corporate innovators via email, LinkedIn, and professional networks.
- Coordinate scheduling and logistics for cross-time-zone meetings, serving as the main liaison between innovators and analysts.
- Maintain smooth operations through timely follow-ups, deadline tracking, and clear communication.
- Support seamless execution of Lux Ideathons, including planning, logistics, and live virtual event coordination.
- Handle communication and logistics with event participants, speakers, and partners before, during, and after events.
- Provide ongoing administrative and operational support to strengthen analyst and innovator engagement.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2–3 years of administrative experience supporting cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects with a high degree of autonomy and attention to detail.
- High school education or equivalent.
- Excellent communication skills, with comfort coordinating across global cultures and time zones via video, email, and phone.
- Highly detail-oriented, reliable, and proactive in ensuring follow-through on tasks and deadlines.
- Experience working in a corporate environment.
- Experience coordinating events (virtual or in-person) or supporting large-scale team initiatives.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Familiarity with startup ecosystems, venture capital, or technology scouting.
Lux Research is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Lux prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Lux Research conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
